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Norwich Township fatal collision claims three lives
Update
Five deceased following Norwich Township collision
Former Ingersoll resident continues historic space journey
It’s one small step for man, one giant leap for the Town of Ingersoll. On April 1, the town showed its support for astronaut Jeremy Hansen.
Taylor begins role as Woodstock’s new Deputy Police Chief
“It is truly an honour to be the Deputy Chief of the Woodstock Police Service.”
Norwich Township fatal collision claims three lives
Update
Five deceased following Norwich Township collision
Former Ingersoll resident continues historic space journey
It’s one small step for man, one giant leap for the Town of Ingersoll. On April 1, the town showed its support for astronaut Jeremy Hansen.
Taylor begins role as Woodstock’s new Deputy Police Chief
“It is truly an honour to be the Deputy Chief of the Woodstock Police Service.”
Norwich Township fatal collision claims three lives
Update
Five deceased following Norwich Township collision
Former Ingersoll resident continues historic space journey
It’s one small step for man, one giant leap for the Town of Ingersoll. On April 1, the town showed its support for astronaut Jeremy Hansen.
Taylor begins role as Woodstock’s new Deputy Police Chief
“It is truly an honour to be the Deputy Chief of the Woodstock Police Service.”
Norwich Township fatal collision claims three lives
Update
Five deceased following Norwich Township collision
Former Ingersoll resident continues historic space journey
It’s one small step for man, one giant leap for the Town of Ingersoll. On April 1, the town showed its support for astronaut Jeremy Hansen.
Taylor begins role as Woodstock’s new Deputy Police Chief
“It is truly an honour to be the Deputy Chief of the Woodstock Police Service.”
It’s another record-setting year for United Way’s fundraising efforts
After another record-setting fundraising year for the United Way Perth-Huron, the community came out for a night of celebration – specifically marking a total of $4.8 million for the United Way and its partner organization United Housing.
Stratford Poet Profiles: Jennifer Paquette
Jennifer Paquette’s poem “shelter” is about a childhood lived and played in a setting not unknown to many in southwestern Ontario: the lake.
Foster’s Dinner Concert series concludes with Canada’s Queen of Americana Lynne Hanson
Foster’s Dinner Concert series concludes with the highly anticipated appearance of Lynne Hanson in concert beginning at 8 p.m. Thursday, April 23. The series has been wildly successful in connecting Canadian singer/songwriters with appreciative audiences eager for the music and stories told.
10 Years of giving back to Ronald McDonald House
Last week, Laura Parkinson turned 10. That means for 10 years in a row, the Parkinson family has been collecting Easter Baskets, supplies and cash to donate to the Ronald McDonald House of Southwestern Ontario.
St. Marys Community Players promise fast-paced laughs with Boeing Boeing
The St. Marys Community Players (SMCP) is preparing to deliver a high-energy comedy later this month as cast and crew bring the classic farce, Boeing Boeing, to the stage at the Town Hall Theatre.
Perth County council directs changes to proposed forestry bylaw update
Perth County council has directed staff to revise several key components of a proposed update to its forest conservation bylaw following months of public consultation and ongoing feedback from the agricultural community and other stakeholders.
Norwich Township fatal collision claims three lives
Update
Five deceased following Norwich Township collision
Former Ingersoll resident continues historic space journey
It’s one small step for man, one giant leap for the Town of Ingersoll. On April 1, the town showed its support for astronaut Jeremy Hansen.
Taylor begins role as Woodstock’s new Deputy Police Chief
“It is truly an honour to be the Deputy Chief of the Woodstock Police Service.”
Huron County Council passes 2026 budget
While a particularly challenging budget yet, recently Huron County Council passed the 2026 Budget.
Chamber Connect: Immigration and workforce pressures impacting labour market in Huron County
One of the realities of doing business in Huron County is that our labour market does not look like the labour market in many other parts of Ontario. We are part of a region that consistently records the lowest unemployment rate in the province.
Exposure at Goderich Co-op Gallery invites community to discovery new artists and artwork
Spring has arrived and with it, a fresh bloom of new art at the Goderich Co-op Gallery.
The annual exhibit, known as Exposure, invites the community to discover new artists and new artwork. The exhibit is always full of surprises.
Tavistock claims Doherty title in seven-game thriller
The Braves have moved one step closer to reaching the Provincial Junior Hockey League’s (PJHL) final four after defeating Woodstock in an exciting Doherty Division Game 7 finale.
Next Region of Waterloo chair likely to be appointed by the province
The next Region of Waterloo municipal government will likely have a different look at the top following the Oct. 26 provincial elections.
Families gather for annual Easter Egg Hunt in Shakespeare
Despite the chilly, wet weather, spirits remained high as families from Shakespeare and the surrounding area gathered at the Shakespeare Pavilion for the annual Easter Egg Hunt, hosted by the Shakespeare Opti-Mrs. Club.
The logistics of fertilizer production in today’s world
Attendees at the Grain Farmers of Ontario District 5 (Elgin/Norfolk) received insight into the latest on the fertilizer market from the head of the country’s largest farm co-operative.
Cowgirl Kickback, HorsePlay offers guests unique horse-based agri-tourism experiences
There’s a few common reactions when visitors to Transitions Acres first encounter the horses. Sometimes they’ll stop in their tracks, mesmerized.
Teaching by day, farming by summer: Norfolk County, Russel Blake, and black currants
Some things just don’t seem like they would go well together, such as black currants and Norfolk County’s sandy loam soil, or school teachers and farming. However, for Vittoria’s Russel Blake, those four things have combined along with many learning experiences, and a constant willingness to evolve to formulate his career over the last 25 years.
Gratitude for the local farm community highlights Brant County Federation of Agriculture’s 85th anniversary celebration
The 85th anniversary of the Brant County Federation of Agriculture provided an evening of community, conviviality with good food on March 7.
“Farming forms our foundation” says farmer, co-founder of popular Paris brewery
Paris has long had the Paris Fair, but a seventh-generation local family created a new agriculture-themed landmark for this town.
“New Beginnings” is the theme for the Burford Agricultural Society board
One of the most significant “New Beginnings” for the Burford Agricultural Society (BAS) is the change of dates for the Burford Fair.
Tillsonburg Chamber of Commerce celebrates 50th anniversary
As the Tillsonburg District Chamber of Commerce members celebrate the 50th anniversary this year, they are paying heed to a widely-respected organization that has grown from humble beginnings.
Avondale runs warming centre pilot for unhoused
Another option is being tried to deal with the unhoused in Tillsonburg.
Tillsonburg author and strategy consultant shares approaches for harnessing the power of AI
Tillsonburg resident Dr. Farzana Chohan is a qualified AI readiness and ethics consultant who is passionate about leadership, organizational development and workforce transformation.
Tree planting events invite community to grow greener future ahead of Earth Day
Casandra Turnbull Managing Editor With Earth Day approaching, local environmental leaders are inviting residents to take part in community tree planting events aimed at strengthening biodiversity, capturing carbon and building a more resilient future. Organized by the Brant Tree Coalition in partnership with the County of Brant and the City of Brantford, the annual events bring together municipalities, conservation authorities, volunteers and community groups in a shared effo
Juno-winning pianist Philip Chiu to perform in Brantford this month
A Juno Award-winning pianist will take centre stage at the Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts later this month as the Brantford Music Club wraps up its 2025-26 concert series.
Philip Chiu is scheduled to perform April 29 at 7:30 p.m., bringing his latest program, Scatter and Sway, to local audiences in what organizers describe as a rare opportunity to experience a nationally acclaimed classical artist in Brantford.
Still Reaching for the Moon - and Beyond in the Artemis II Era
The moon has fascinated all races and societies since the beginning of our existence. In fact, Earth’s only satellite, about one-quarter the size of Earth and approximately 384,000 kilometres from Earth, has fascinated the scientific community and inspired artists to create music. In rock
Handmade sugar Easter eggs turn tradition into generosity
Holidays like Easter are times when many find joy in the traditions that have been passed down through generations.
Whether it’s eating fish and chips on Good Friday, hunting for Easter eggs or getting excited for the Easter Bunny to visit with treats, those traditions can shape the holiday experience and make it a little more joyful.
An age of austerity arrives in Huron County
With Huron County approving its 2026 budget on March 18, it looks like we’re entering an age of tightening purse strings and measured spending.
However, I can’t help but lament what we’re losing in the process.
Bluewater explores sale of Hensall Heritage Hall
The fate of Hensall Heritage Hall remains uncertain as Bluewater explores selling the property that once housed the village’s council chambers.
The municipality had previously been searching for a long-term tenant for the property’s upper hall that municipal staff suggested could be used for housing projects, a creative workspace, offices or community programming.
The Easter Egg Hunt was on in Waterford
At this time of year in Canada, one can never predict the weather so we have become accustomed to ‘going with the flow’ and making the best of it.
Delegated authority allows staff to approve tenders if the overall project remains under budget
Norfolk councillors have given staff more leeway for capital budget reallocations within bundled projects in an effort to reduce costly delays.
New bus for municipal long-term-care residents
Residents of Norfolk County’s municipal long-term-care home will soon have a new ride.
Councillors recently greenlit a request from Norview Lodge in Simcoe to spend $375,000 to replace a wheelchair bus that takes residents on outings.
From the ashes, new plants and plans rise
A fire may have destroyed her beloved barn, but it hasn’t extinguished Carolyne Siebert’s passion for farming.
A humbling surprise, Bill George receives Industry Award of Merit
For 30 years he’s spent countless hours in meetings and poring over reports in an effort to keep Ontario’s grape and wine, and fruit and vegetable sectors on firm ground, but Bill George is a farmer at heart.
Young farmer award finalists just a small sample of what Ontario has to offer, says Spoelstra
Simply put, he’s a farmer, but ask Drew Spoelstra what kind of farmer he is and be prepared to wait a while as he responds.
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